Benson Boone, the 22-year-old breakout star behind the global smash “Beautiful Things,” recently opened up about a career-defining moment: performing as an opening act for Taylor Swift on her Eras Tour. In an interview with Rolling Stone published March 11, 2025, Boone described the experience at London’s Wembley Stadium in June 2024 as nothing short of overwhelming. “Her team reached out, and I literally, like, shit my pants. I could not believe it. It was insane,” he said, capturing the disbelief of a young artist thrust onto one of music’s biggest stages.
Boone, who admitted to being unfamiliar with Swift’s catalog before the offer, quickly immersed himself in her work. “I started listening to more of her music. I didn’t want to go to that show and not know anything,” he explained. The effort paid off, as he joined an elite group of artists—including few male performers—to warm up Swift’s massive crowd. He marveled at her operation, noting, “It is incredible to see how vastly gigantic her show is, just countless moving parts behind the scenes.” Swift’s personal touch left a mark too; after a lengthy conversation, she gave him an onstage shoutout, which Boone called a generous surprise.
This isn’t Boone’s only headline-worthy moment. Fresh off “Beautiful Things” topping global streaming charts in 2024, he’s now preparing for a Grammy performance, his highest-profile gig yet. He’s also teased his upcoming album, American Heart, set for a spring or summer 2025 release, promising a Bruce Springsteen-inspired Americana vibe. Tracks like “Young American Heart” and “Mystical Magical” reflect his evolution from soulful ballads to energetic anthems, a shift he’s eager to showcase. “I just want people to know there’s more than just that song,” he said of moving beyond his mega-hit.
Beyond the music, Boone’s candid reflections add depth. He rejects the “sex icon” label—“That’s not who I am”—and navigates a personal faith journey, distancing himself from his Mormon roots with “my own opinions.” Inspired by Swift’s kindness, he aims to carry those lessons forward. As he told Rolling Stone, “It really changed my perspective on so many things I want to carry into my own career.” With the Grammys looming and a new album on the horizon, Boone’s “insane” Swift moment is just the beginning.
